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Jessikajade
Jessikajade
12 November 2021

Information on building a small home

Information on building a small home

I really need some advise on who I should be contacting to get information on issues that we are having with the Building company. is there an Ombudsman or would it be…

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Jessikajade
Nov 12, 2021 8:05 pm
Member01
Member01
12 November 2021

Modular walls/fences - prices?

Modular walls/fences - prices?
1, 2

Oh that's good. The wall looks amazing! I will be applying mold killer to ours next week as it's raining for a while now, and hopefully we can get at least a good 12…

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Member01
Nov 12, 2021 5:13 pm
Jessikajade
Jessikajade
11 November 2021

Building with Coral Homes

Building with Coral Homes

We are building with Masterton and 7 1/2 months and no start on build yet and it will be at least another month... not happy at all. We looked at Coral and they didn't…

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Jessikajade
Nov 11, 2021 4:40 pm
building-expert
building-expert
11 November 2021

Retaining wall too high???

Retaining wall too high???

Landscaper should have known better but you are the builder in charge and you too should have known better. If you can take 200 off the top of the wall you can slope…

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building-expert
Nov 11, 2021 8:33 am
building-expert
Sprocket Man
Sprocket Man
10 November 2021

Costs estimate - water/electrics/septic

Costs estimate - water/electrics/septic

Do you know the approximate distances? Electrical can vary significantly depending on the material (aluminium vs copper) and the number of phases. Also, regarding the…

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Sprocket Man
Nov 10, 2021 1:31 pm
ksun1985
ksun1985
9 November 2021

Custom Builder - North Brisbane

Custom Builder - North Brisbane

Does anyone have any recommendations for custom builders in North Brissy/Redcliffe Peninsula area? Specifically townhouse developments (i.e 4 x 3 storey high)

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ksun1985
Nov 09, 2021 3:26 pm
annie88
annie88
9 November 2021

Is this normal to be showing/exposed

Is this normal to be showing/exposed

Thank you for that. :)

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annie88
Nov 09, 2021 11:44 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
9 November 2021

Yellow tongue floor - squeaking

Yellow tongue floor - squeaking

I would also try and squeeze as much construction adhesive as you get manage to fit between the yellow tongue and joist as well, such as liquid nails etc

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Ashington Homes
Nov 09, 2021 4:16 am
Ashington Homes
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
8 November 2021

Stormwater pipe repair before concreting

Stormwater pipe repair before concreting

30 years is a long time but they are used extensively in underground non and low pressure applications. You posting has reminded me that I was going to check…

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SaveH2O
Nov 08, 2021 4:36 pm
SaveH2O
Southside
Southside
8 November 2021

Building with Masterton

Building with Masterton

I’m not sure where you are located but when we looked at the displays I asked the sales person if any on display we’re close to standard inclusions and was directed…

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Southside
Nov 08, 2021 8:48 am
Kippers01
Kippers01
8 November 2021

Found out where water has washed away my slab - can I fill?

Found out where water has washed away my slab - can I fill?

My Observation: Around 20 October the pink spray painted material was covered with black plastic sheeting and the demolition company's advertising sign removed from the…

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Kippers01
Nov 08, 2021 7:05 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
7 November 2021

Drainage Point in a Charged System

Drainage Point in a Charged System

Just saw this query. Better late than never to reply I guess. The pipe between the tank's overflow outlet and the LPOD is part of the stormwater system and those…

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SaveH2O
Nov 07, 2021 1:02 pm
SaveH2O
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
7 November 2021

concrete floors

concrete floors

My son has polished concrete and its not a worry at all, it would be the equivalent to walking on tiles. It is super expensive to do though so you may get a shock if it…

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Doozer1905
Nov 07, 2021 10:13 am
daisy20202-7
daisy20202-7
6 November 2021

Where to put a car

Where to put a car

Also want to add how would you be able to live on your own terms while living with parents or similar until am able to shift into own place which is usually best solution…

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daisy20202-7
Nov 06, 2021 6:34 pm
daisy20202-7
daisy20202-7
6 November 2021

Home loans

Home loans

south australia answers only Hi everyone in south australia those of you that bought blocks and built transportable houses on them how did you go about the financing…

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daisy20202-7
Nov 06, 2021 6:29 pm
Savagepuppy
Savagepuppy
5 November 2021

Strip footing or raft slab?

Strip footing or raft slab?

Thanks for the detailed explanation and the alternatives to raft slab. looks like I have more homework to do 😂(e.g. having suspended slab with Bondek or Speedfloor…

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Savagepuppy
Nov 05, 2021 10:29 pm
supersleuth
supersleuth
5 November 2021

Pool adjacent to house can be before or after the house?

Pool adjacent to house can be before or after the house?

Really sorry mate just saw your question now. Probably too late but for anyone else, cost was $1400 for 6 months hardcover.

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supersleuth
Nov 05, 2021 11:59 am
MCWith
MCWith
5 November 2021

Gaps between brick and window/ brick and door frame

Gaps between brick and window/ brick and door frame

Thanks so much, It went straight to message bank. I’ll try again after your meeting

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MCWith
Nov 05, 2021 10:09 am
MCWith
JoePathan
JoePathan
4 November 2021

Surface Drain

Surface Drain

Hi Working on my front yard, I found out the surface Drain PVC pipe is just a 1m 90mm pvc pipe connected with the 100mm PVC at the base using 100 x 90mm PVC Storm…

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JoePathan
Nov 04, 2021 6:50 pm
mina mp
mina mp
4 November 2021

charege line system plumbing

charege line system plumbing

thanks alot .i did put die test the water stay in pvc pipe i need stronger evidence.

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mina mp
Nov 04, 2021 5:27 pm
AseDE
AseDE
3 November 2021

Don't build with Metricon

Don't build with Metricon

Sorry How many coats

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AseDE
Nov 03, 2021 4:09 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
3 November 2021

Driveway standards and issues.

Driveway standards and issues.
1, 2, 3

Don't get me wrong Moudzj. I appreciate anyones input into this forum like you especially the ones who are either in the building trade as tradies or pro's working in an…

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Stewie D
Nov 03, 2021 9:06 am
htn2021
htn2021
2 November 2021

Cost of 1 extra ensuite

Cost of 1 extra ensuite

Thank you diepiggy and Ashington Homes for the very helpful information. I checked also many posts from Ashington Homes and was grateful for the generosity of sharing the…

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htn2021
Nov 02, 2021 6:55 pm
Althom
Althom
2 November 2021

Advice on ‘abandoned’ estate by developer

Advice on ‘abandoned’ estate by developer

We had very much the same issues in our estate in Perth and the end result was the Council said although they'd included all the Developer's "promises" in their…

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Althom
Nov 02, 2021 1:45 pm
Althom
Munraj
Munraj
2 November 2021

Class 2 Amendments- NSW

Class 2 Amendments- NSW

CLASS 2 REFORMS This blog post…

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Munraj
Nov 02, 2021 10:31 am
carlz88
carlz88
2 November 2021

Gj gardner oakford

Gj gardner oakford

Hi everyone, Just about to begin our first home build with Gj Gardner Warrnambool. Anyone building the oakford 290?

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carlz88
Nov 02, 2021 9:40 am
sonycontactsforhitesh
sonycontactsforhitesh
1 November 2021

Build with Content-Living Perth

Build with Content-Living Perth

Hi All, Any reviews of c.o.n.t.e.n.t__l.i.v.i.n.g from someone who has built with them a few years ago. How are the properties keeping up? And how were your experiences…

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sonycontactsforhitesh
Nov 01, 2021 1:28 pm
JER
JER
31 October 2021

FZ DOOR v STANDARD DOOR (with FZ shutter)

FZ DOOR v STANDARD DOOR (with FZ shutter)

Hi we are in a FZ (northern beaches … residential beacon hill … who would have thought!?) We need a sub floor external door. Any advice on whether to get a FZ door or…

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JER
Oct 31, 2021 4:01 pm
BrookeS
BrookeS
30 October 2021

Capiphon/alternative to aggi

Capiphon/alternative to aggi

Hi Clath, Did you end up using Capiphon? If so, any feedback? Thanks!

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BrookeS
Oct 30, 2021 4:16 pm
MacRock
MacRock
30 October 2021

Modern facade - does it work with the rest of the house?

Modern facade - does it work with the rest of the house?

Hi - I am a little confused about how builders do modern facades? As in the roof and sides of the house will not have the same look - ie the builder is not offering flat…

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MacRock
Oct 30, 2021 3:41 pm
djx
djx
29 October 2021

Boundary distance in VIC

Boundary distance in VIC

We have finished our base stage of my building. My neighbour is amending their planning permit to build 20cm (originally 1 meter away) away from our boundary wall. Does…

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djx
Oct 29, 2021 8:23 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
29 October 2021

Foam vs cladding vs hebel for first floor

Foam vs cladding vs hebel for first floor

Funny enough it does on Upper floors with set backs/forwards as beams are required to carry approx 4 Tonnes ( total average) of extra load If the upper floor bears down…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 29, 2021 7:08 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
SunshineCoast
SunshineCoast
28 October 2021

Prelim deposit

Prelim deposit

I am in a similar position to you FIH. I paid the deposit to lock in the base price, then Integrale Homes increased the price drastically (over 50k). The only reason I…

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SunshineCoast
Oct 28, 2021 9:27 pm
jake_paul
jake_paul
28 October 2021

Rust colour stain on plaster walls

Rust colour stain on plaster walls

Whenever steel and other metals containing iron are regularly exposed to oxygen and moisture, they form rust.

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jake_paul
Oct 28, 2021 7:54 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
27 October 2021

Painting asbestos

Painting asbestos

I guess so if it says asbestos sealing on the label. Stewie

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Stewie D
Oct 27, 2021 7:07 pm
James59
James59
27 October 2021

How do I edit and delete photos

How do I edit and delete photos

How do I edit a post and delete photos, I use an iPad and it’s not allowing me to edit.

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James59
Oct 27, 2021 9:45 am
Sethor
Sethor
27 October 2021

Building an all electric house north of Adelaide

Building an all electric house north of Adelaide

All electric household is the way to go, Heat pump HWU's are one of the most efficient types. I went with the unit, very happy with it so far (March 2019 Install).…

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Sethor
Oct 27, 2021 12:00 am
Anita275
Anita275
26 October 2021

Rejection on DA application to NSW northern beaches council

Rejection on DA application to NSW northern beaches council

Hi Greatwabbit Can I ask what was the outcome of the rejection on DA application as we are facing the same situation. We are in Pitwater council, could you tell us the…

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Anita275
Oct 26, 2021 7:51 pm
mech2201
mech2201
26 October 2021

planning permit and building permit

planning permit and building permit

Hi Guys, just wants to know what private certifier does? I am planning to building a decking and a pergola in 3beds townhouse…

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mech2201
Oct 26, 2021 10:05 am
wagga123
wagga123
25 October 2021

Security window film

Security window film

Hello All. Interested to hear feedback on this product. In particular, does it actually stop entry into a dwelling if smashed. Thanks.

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wagga123
Oct 25, 2021 3:43 pm
Train-lhdm
Train-lhdm
25 October 2021

Strata lawyer in Sydney

Strata lawyer in Sydney

Thank you Simeon

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Train-lhdm
Oct 25, 2021 11:05 am
AseDE
AseDE
25 October 2021

Metricon Heble Pannels

Metricon Heble Pannels

Hi All, Is anyone built or noticed that what they provide with their double story constructions? Also, their render…

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AseDE
Oct 25, 2021 10:26 am
zaydenwood42
zaydenwood42
25 October 2021

Office setup/study area

Office setup/study area

Hey, your post is interesting and touching at the same time. Sometimes to go with life as it comes is the only key to keeping away stress. Also, my gut feeling says you…

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zaydenwood42
Oct 25, 2021 2:12 am
sakgcaus
sakgcaus
24 October 2021

Gold coast neighbour drainage

Gold coast neighbour drainage

Has anyone had any experience with dealing the the GCCC over drainage issues with a neighbour? While we are down hill from our neighbour and totally get that there will…

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sakgcaus
Oct 24, 2021 1:02 pm
alexp79
alexp79
22 October 2021

Cost of new ceiling - help with expectations

Cost of new ceiling - help with expectations

In that case, it is at least 6x more expensive than market rate. Generally you should not be paying more than $50 per sqm even in Sydney.

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alexp79
Oct 22, 2021 2:58 pm
Dale26
Dale26
21 October 2021

Fairhaven Riverview 26 review? Henley Monaco 25 review?

Fairhaven Riverview 26 review? Henley Monaco 25 review?

Do Not Build With Fairhaven. We had several…

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Dale26
Oct 21, 2021 5:26 pm
chippy
chippy
20 October 2021

Chinese cement sheeting in newer houses?

Chinese cement sheeting in newer houses?

Maybe I only work on quality builders sites. I've only ever seen Australian manufactured fibre cement board used on any site I've been on. I wouldn't put it past Chinese…

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chippy
Oct 20, 2021 10:08 pm
chippy

In the "old" days, it made sense to divert to a toilet to reduce the household use of mains water because back then, cisterns were usually 12/13 litre single flush units.…

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SaveH2O
Oct 20, 2021 11:52 am
SaveH2O
building-expert
building-expert
19 October 2021

When house got internal wall cracks builder is pushback sayi

When house got internal wall cracks builder is pushback sayi

How serious is the house cracking? Has anyone taken slab levels?

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building-expert
Oct 19, 2021 9:51 pm
building-expert
Savagepuppy
Savagepuppy
19 October 2021

Screw piling chosen without the geotech report

Screw piling chosen without the geotech report

I thought so too, thanks for the clarification. :)

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Savagepuppy
Oct 19, 2021 4:45 am

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